Erie Criminal Defense Lawyers
When working with Sebald, Hackwelder & Knox, you always come first. Our practice and experience makes us aggressive criminal defense and DUI lawyers, but we also practice in other areas including family law, elder law, real estate law and personal injury law in Erie, PA and Meadville, PA. Our defense lawyers bring extensive jury trial experience to our practice. Whether you’re facing felony charges in Erie County, dealing with a work injury case in Crawford County or need help with real estate transactions in Warren County, we are here for you.
Best Criminal Lawyers In Erie, PA
If you have been charged with a crime, don’t settle for a court-appointed attorney. You deserve aggressive representation from a trusted criminal defense attorney in Erie County. You can minimize or remove your criminal charges by working with a knowledgeable and experienced criminal attorney at Sebald, Hackwelder & Knox.
Why Choose Us As Your Criminal Defense Attorneys In Erie?
At Sebald, Hackwelder & Knox, we understand this point of your life can be tense, confusing, and frustrating. The best thing you can do after an arrest is immediately set up a free case consultation with our criminal defense attorneys. We have extensive experience in defending clients in court who have been charged with a crime in Erie, PA. When working with us, you can rest assured knowing that your criminal case is in good hands – no matter what criminal offense charges you are facing.
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EXCELLENT Based on 211 reviews Posted on Google Joseph SteeleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I want to comment on the abilities, professionalism, care and concern exhibited by Attorney Sebald. In this era of questioning the legal profession it is reassuring to find a true, dedicated, and thoroughly capable attorney. I can in all honesty and enthusiasm recommend Atty Sebald for your representation or for that of someone close to you.Posted on Google Dylan HaneyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Justin was great highly recommendPosted on Google Patrick NelsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I hired Eric for my case. He was thorough about making sure I had no jail time and wasn’t charged. He stood on his word and got all my charges dismissed. Look towards Mr Hackwelder you won’t regret it.Posted on Google Deyana WilliamsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 5+ stars and a definite recommendation for attorney Justin Smith. My sister and I each were served with a pfa after being wrongfully accused of abuse. We told Justin everything and he was able to cross examine the plaintiff in court and get the pfa dismissed without me and my sister even having to say a word! We are beyond thankful with the turnout of this case and know exactly who we’ll be contacting should we ever need legal assistance in the future.Posted on Google Andrea WilliamsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Attorney Justin Smith did a great job representing my sister and I against a PFA that was filed against us. The PFA lacked crucial details that demonstrated that my sister and I were not the aggressors, which we had evidence for. Attorney Smith was able to present this evidence this past Thursday and because of his outstanding defense, the PFA was denied. We couldn’t have asked for a better outcome or a better attorney!Posted on Google Kenneth StraightTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. THANK YOU to Attorney Justin Smith for his diligent work on our juvenile child's criminal case, and the ultimate DISMISSAL OF ALL CHARGES in court! Our initial phone consultation was with Attorney Sebald, who listened with patience and understanding. He recommended Attorney Smith to represent our son, and we could not be happier with this decision. Thank you to Legal Assistant Michaela Gross, who was quick with providing notifications for hearings and responses to any questions we had throughout the six month ordeal. It is evident that Attorney Smith knows the law and legal proceedings. He knows exactly how to fight for his clients in court and prove what the evidence shows. His broad professional experience is a definite asset in court. He handled everything from start to finish by promptly contacting external parties involved in the case, all the while calming our nerves, and explaining the reasoning for what was going on throughout the process. We would 100% recommend Attorney Justin Smith and the Sebald, Hackwelder, & Knox team to anyone! This was the best decision we could have made in our situation. THANK YOU again Justin, it was an absolute pleasure working with you! THANK YOU for your confidence in the courtroom. Future clients will be lucky to have you on their team, and best of luck with an incredible career in law!Posted on Google RyanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Attorney Seabald was great. Very thorough and explained everything to me step-by-step. He worked hard for me and my case was finally dismissed and charges dropped. Thank you!Posted on Google Brandon GrossmanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Hired two attorney's from this firm ... both great people and both did an amazing job eric hackwelder and Katie goliwas know how to get things donePosted on Google Brice BowersTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Justin J. Smith from Sebald Hackwelder & Knox delivered an outstanding result in my case. At my preliminary hearing, he was able to get the charge completely dismissed without me even needing to step into the courtroom. The process was smooth, efficient, and far exceeded my expectations. What impressed me most was how he handled everything with minimal input from me while still achieving the best possible outcome. It was clear he knew exactly what he was doing and was fully prepared. I highly recommend Justin J. Smith to anyone in need of legal representation. His professionalism, confidence, and results speak for themselves.









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